Security has been heightened at Bharat Mandapam for the 18th BRICS Summit. Delhi Police has deployed 15,000 personnel, paramilitary forces, and is using CCTVs and other tech to ensure safety for the 16 attending Heads of State. Security has been tightened at Bharat Mandapam in the national capital ahead of the 18th BRICS Summit, with … Read more
Michael Burry is buying discounted European fine wine as a hedge against dollar weakness, inflation and potential financial-system disruption. Burry expects a “colossal train wreck” within five to 10 years as the costs of U.S. fiscal irresponsibility come due. He estimated that a 30% to 40% dollar decline could generate 45% to 65% currency-driven gains, … Read more
The August Producer Price Index from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics showed a monthly expansion of 0.4%, lifting headline figures to an annual rate of 5.4%. Consumer Price Index (CPI) data expected on Friday will likely provide more clarity on the U.S. economy and the Fed’s interest rate decision. Meanwhile, oil prices soared on … Read more
Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the upcoming BRICS Summit, expressing confidence in positive discussions. He will hold a bilateral meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin to discuss strategic trade, energy security, and geopolitics. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday highlighted the hosting of the BRICS Summit saying that this would feature positive discussions on various … Read more
Suvendu Adhikari visited Kalighat Temple to offer prayers on Kaushiki Amavasya. He highlighted the festival’s importance in Sanatan culture, spoke of Kolkata’s spiritual significance, and partook in the traditional bhog of pulao and fish. West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari offered prayers to Maa Kali at the Kalighat Temple on the sacred occasion of Kaushiki … Read more
Nirbhay Choudhary (men’s) and Tanya Chaudhary (women’s) shattered national records in hammer throw at the Indian Athletics Final Series 2026. Several Asian Games-bound athletes, including Avinash Sable and Parul Chaudhary, also won their events. Hammer Throw National Records Tumble Nirbhay Choudhary shattered the men’s hammer throw national record with a 71.02m effort as several of … Read more
India hosts the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi, a crucial meeting overshadowed by the Ukraine and West Asia crises. The bloc aims to represent the Global South but faces deep internal divisions, testing India’s diplomatic skills as a mediator. BRICS at a Crossroads Amid Global Crises As New Delhi is set to host the … Read more
BHU’s Horticulturist Unit has launched a year-long wildlife survey (Sep 2026-Sep 2027) to document campus biodiversity. Students, staff, and residents can submit photos of amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals via a Google Form. The Horticulturist Unit of Banaras Hindu University has launched a year-long ‘Bird and Wildlife Survey’ to document the diversity and distribution of … Read more
BJP’s Raghav Chadha slammed the AAP govt over Punjab’s drug crisis, announcing a ‘Nasha-Mukt Yatra’. He alleged ‘chitta’ is now sold like rations. Congress also plans protests over the suicide of a man who raised the issue with the govt. BJP Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha on Thursday launched a sharp attack on the Aam … Read more
The IMF praised India’s resilient economy, noting its Q1 FY27 real GDP growth of 7.8% surpassed expectations. Spokesperson Julie Kozack highlighted strong services and exports, calling India a key global growth engine despite energy price shocks. IMF Applauds India’s Resilient GDP Growth India’s economy has shown resilience despite the energy price shock, with the country’s … Read more